ROBERT SWEARINGEN  

Mr. Robert Gene Swearingen, age 80, of LaGrange, Mo., died April 17, 2023 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Ill.

He was born June 11, 1942 in Sand Hill, Mo., a son of Floyd and Sylvia M. Bowen Swearingen. He married Loma Clara Downs on June 20, 1964 in Hamilton, Ill. She died August 21, 2006.

Bob enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, the national enquirer crossword puzzle and also enjoyed going to fall festivals with his novelties that he sold. He also liked to fish, trap and raise a garden. Bob enjoyed watching westerns including Gunsmoke, Bonanza and Laramie. He had been employed by Electric Wheel and later Sheller Globe where he retired. Bob owned and operated Bob’s Glass in LaGrange for several decades.
Survivors include his daughter, Pamela Campbell of LaGrange, Mo.; son, Matthew (Wendy) Swearingen of Canton, Mo.; one granddaughter, Nikki Campbell of LaGrange, Mo.; great granddaughter, Josie Campbell also of LaGrange; and several brothers in law, sisters in law and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Loma, and infant son Gregory Allen Swearingen.

Funeral services were held April, 22, 2023 at the Davis Funeral Home in LaGrange with Rev. Barry Pfister officiating.   Music: Elvis “Amazing Grace” and “Old Rugged Cross”. Pallbearers: Kent Powers, Tim Robertson, Rick Robertson, Harley Daugherty, Dick Robertson and Stan Burke.

Visitation was held April 21, 2023 at the Davis Funeral Home in La Grange.

Burial was in Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, Ill. The family suggests memorials be made to the La Grange Youth Center.

Online condolences may be left at www.davis-fh.com